49 chevy 5 window Firebird

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Hello,

Working on a 49 5 window. Putting on an 88 s10 frame with 2000 Firebird LS1 and 4l60e trans. I'll add some pics soon as I can.

I bought a wrecked 2000 Formula Firebird so I have all the parts from it to use as needed/wanted.

As most may know, the steering box on the s10 hits the alternator on the ls1. Has anyone out there tried to use a rack and pinion for the steering to replace the s10 steering in order to avoid the interferance with the stock location of the ls1 alternator. I know there are alternator relocation brackets but I'd like to keep the alt down out of the way and out of sight.
I would appreciate any input.I also look forward to sharing what I learn as I go.
Thank you,
Randy